OPULADUO

§ Journal

From the workshop

Field reports, buyer guides, and the occasional rant about proprietary fasteners.

Can I Put a Bigger Bar on My Chainsaw? What to Check First
Field report
Can I Put a Bigger Bar on My Chainsaw? What to Check First
Jun 5, 2026
Stihl MS 250 Bar Not Getting Oil — Step-by-Step Diagnosis From Reddit
Field report
Stihl MS 250 Bar Not Getting Oil — Step-by-Step Diagnosis From Reddit
Jun 3, 2026
Atlas 80V 18-Inch Chainsaw — Finding the Right Replacement Chain
Field report
Atlas 80V 18-Inch Chainsaw — Finding the Right Replacement Chain
Jun 2, 2026
Battery vs Petrol Chainsaw Chains in 2026 — A Buyer's Guide
Field report
Battery vs Petrol Chainsaw Chains in 2026 — A Buyer's Guide
Jun 2, 2026
End-of-Season Chainsaw Storage — Bar, Chain, and Oil System Winterization
Field report
End-of-Season Chainsaw Storage — Bar, Chain, and Oil System Winterization
Jun 2, 2026
Greenworks 80V Chainsaw — Bar and Chain Upgrade Options for 2026
Field report
Greenworks 80V Chainsaw — Bar and Chain Upgrade Options for 2026
Jun 2, 2026
Husqvarna 550i XP vs 550 XP Mark II — Do They Share the Same Chain?
Field report
Husqvarna 550i XP vs 550 XP Mark II — Do They Share the Same Chain?
Jun 2, 2026
Property Line Clearing — Bar and Chain Setup for Mixed Brush and Small Trees
Field report
Property Line Clearing — Bar and Chain Setup for Mixed Brush and Small Trees
Jun 2, 2026
Ryobi 40V HP Chainsaw — Bar and Chain Combo Compatibility Guide
Field report
Ryobi 40V HP Chainsaw — Bar and Chain Combo Compatibility Guide
Jun 2, 2026
Spring Bar Inspection — When to Flip, When to Replace Your Chainsaw Guide Bar
Field report
Spring Bar Inspection — When to Flip, When to Replace Your Chainsaw Guide Bar
Jun 2, 2026
Best Replacement Chains for Battery Chainsaws — Budget Picks
Field report
Best Replacement Chains for Battery Chainsaws — Budget Picks
May 28, 2026
Pitch, Gauge, Drive Links Explained — How to Order the Right Chain
Field report
Pitch, Gauge, Drive Links Explained — How to Order the Right Chain
May 28, 2026
DeWalt DCPS620 Pole Saw Chain — The 8-Inch Replacement for $18
Field report
DeWalt DCPS620 Pole Saw Chain — The 8-Inch Replacement for $18
May 28, 2026
EGO CS1613 Chain — Best Aftermarket 16-Inch for the Top-Selling Battery Saw
Field report
EGO CS1613 Chain — Best Aftermarket 16-Inch for the Top-Selling Battery Saw
May 28, 2026
EGO PS1000 Pole Saw Chain — Which 10-Inch Chain Fits Best?
Field report
EGO PS1000 Pole Saw Chain — Which 10-Inch Chain Fits Best?
May 28, 2026